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Living With Black Bears
More of us are seeing black bears in our yards or visiting our bird feeders, but getting along with them calls for some knowledge and common sense. Come learn from an expert, Connecticut Master Wildlife Conservationist and bear enthusiast Felicia Ortner. Having studied bears for over 30 years and logged over 280 educational outreach hours throughout NY and New England, Ortner hopes to help people better understand and respect, but not fear, black bears. She will address their natural history as well as awareness, safety, and conservation.
Find out more »Why the Great Swamp is So Great
Join FrOGS (Friends of the Great Swamp) for a lively presentation, to include an explanation of the stunning plant and animal panels of the Great Swamp Quilt, and a showing of the Great Swamp video, narrated by James Earl Jones.
Find out more »Summer and Fall Wildflowers and the Role of Pollinators in the Great Swamp
Carol Gracie, acclaimed naturalist, photographer and author, presents plant species and pollinators and their roles in the Great Swamp ecosystem. Her rich narrative covers such topics as the seasons and colors of native wildflowers; the interesting pollinators of this ecosystem; and the intricate relationships that ensure pollination of flowers and dispersal of seeds.
Find out more »Spring Bird Walk
Join us for this special event with FrOGS' Jim Utter and Waterman's Barbara Michelin.
Find out more »On the Water: A Photography Workshop with Justin P Goodhart
Meet at Patterson Environmental Park before 10:00am for a paddle to Pine Island and a hike to Hawk's Rest. Bring your own boat and PFD (personal flotation device). We'll start the event with a paddle to Pine Island, "the heart of the Great Swamp." Once there, we'll hike up to Hawk's Rest and back to the boats.
Find out more »“Trash to Treasure” : Aurora Robson collaboration with Pawling High School
This past fall, Pawling High School students in the Environmental Science, Creative Crafts and Sculpture classes were privileged to participate in a project under the direction of Aurora Robson, a nationally known sculptor and environmental activist.
Find out more »“The Magic of the Morning Light” – Photography Workshop with Norman McGrath
Photography workshop with nationally recognized photographer Norman McGrath (www.normanmcgrath.com). Workshop is recommended for intermediate and experienced photographers.
Find out more »Paddle to Pine Island / Hike to Hawk’s Rest
Meet at Patterson Environmental Park before 10:00am for a paddle to Pine Island and a hike to Hawk's Rest. Bring your own boat and PFD (personal flotation device). We'll start the event with a paddle to Pine Island, "the heart of the Great Swamp." Once there, we'll hike up to Hawk's Rest and back to the boats.
Find out more »Nature photography workshop with Lonna Kelly
Nature photography workshop with Lonna Kelly (www.lonnakelly.com). Adventure along the Appalacian Trail in Pawling, NY and learn about nature photography techniques and composition. All levels of photographers are welcome.
Find out more »Naturalist-led Great Swamp Canoe Trips
Two-hour guided canoe trips from Green Chimneys. Adults and children 6 and over welcome.
Leaving at: 8:30 AM, 10:30 AM & 1:45 PM
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